Training and authorisation

OV training

APHA has contracted with Improve International, in partnership with the European School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies and Harper Adams University, to deliver training for APHA’s Official Controls Qualification (Veterinarian). All requests for OCQ (V) training should be directed towards Improve International (see contact details below).

For further information about an extension or an exemption from the standard Tuberculin Testing revalidation process (as described above), please see the Tuberculin Testing revalidation: extension/exemption process. If you think you may be eligible for an extension or an exemption, please apply in writing to the APHA’s OV Team (contact details below).

To discuss any matters relating to your authorisation and approval as an Official Veterinarian that are not covered by the self service functions, please contact APHA’s OV team: